SanDisk Brings Mobile Storage Options to CES 2016

Despite the popularity of streaming media, we all manage to fill up the storage on our mobile devices pretty fast with apps, pictures, videos, you name it. Well, external storage isn’t just for desktop computers and laptops anymore. SanDisk has shown up at CES 2016 with mobilestorage options for both iOS and Android users.

We’ve seen the Connect Wireless Stick before, only this time we’re looking at a 200GB model that retails for $119.99. The operative word here is “wireless.” What’s cool about this stick is that you can keep it in your pocket and transfer things to and from your phone. It also works with Macs and Windows PCs, and with iOS it supports Live Photos taken on the new iPhone 6s models, making it pretty ideal for Apple users.

If you’re an Android user, you should definitely check out the new Ultra Dual Drive 3.0. Again, it’s not a new product, but it’s available in a new size. A 128GB model costs $59.99 at Amazon or Best Buy and is an easy way to add extra space to your mobile device. Both devices are available now. Check out the press release for both products below.

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SanDisks Most Popular Mobile Flash Drives Get A Massive Capacity Boost
New, enhanced 200GB SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick and 128GB SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Drive 3.0 give consumers the ability to get even more out of their favorite smartphones and tablets

LAS VEGAS(BUSINESS WIRE)SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ:SNDK), a global leader in flash storage solutions, today expanded its mobile storage portfolio by upgrading two of its most popular mobile flash drives. The award-winning SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is now available in 200GB* capacity, while the SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Drive 3.0 is now available in 128GB capacity with faster transfer speeds, giving users even more options when it comes to expanding the capabilities of their mobile devices.

With the explosion of content, people need more advanced storage solutions to keep up with the volume and quality of the photos, videos and files theyre creating on their mobile devices, said Dinesh Bahal, vice president, product marketing, SanDisk. Our goal is to deliver innovative, intuitive offerings that help them capture lifes great moments without worrying about storage limitations.

SanDisks Highest Capacity Mobile Flash Drive

Now with up to 200GB of capacity, the SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is SanDisks highest capacity mobile flash drive, capable of storing thousands of photos and videos you can access and share at your fingertips. Recognized by CEA at CES 2016 as an Innovation Honoree in the wireless handset accessories category, the SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick is a popular choice for people looking for a simple way to transfer, share and stream content among their devices and computers.

The SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick features the SanDisk Connect app, which enables nearly effortless management of content between devices1 including iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android devices, Fire tablets, Mac and PCs offered via password-protected Wi-Fi connectivity. The app has been updated recently to support sharing of content on large displays via AirPlay with Apple TV, and Google Chromecast and Amazon Fire TV, as well as 3D Touch on iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. With the updated SanDisk Connect app, Live Photos taken on iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus can also be saved to the SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick. The SanDisk Connect app is available for download through the App Store, Google Play Store and Amazon Appstore for Android.

More Capacity, Faster Speed for Android Users

The SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Drive 3.0 is a great solution for On-the-Go (OTG) enabled smartphone and tablet2 users looking to free up space and easily transfer photos and videos to a computer. At 128GB capacity, Android device users can now double the number of photos, songs, videos and other content kept close at hand without concern about filling their smartphone or tablet. In addition to the higher capacity, SanDisk has improved the performance of the devices USB 3.0 connector, which can now achieve speeds up to 150MB/s3 from drive to computer, making it super-fast to transfer files.

When plugged in to an OTG-enabled smartphone or tablet, the OS native file explorer allows access to the SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Drives content. For further access, management and storage, Android device users can download and install the popular SanDisk Memory Zone app, which is available for free through the Google Play Store app. The app auto launches upon insertion of the drive into a compatible device, allowing immediate access to the users content and easy file management.

Pricing and Availability

The 128GB SanDisk Ultra Dual USB Drive 3.0 and 200GB SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick mobile flash drives are now available at Amazon, BestBuy.com and SanDisk.com at U.S. MSRPs of $59.99 and $119.99, respectively.

About SanDisk

SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, is a global leader in flash storage solutions. For more than 27 years, SanDisk has expanded the possibilities of storage, providing trusted and innovative products that have transformed the electronics industry. Today, SanDisks quality, state-of-the-art solutions are at the heart of many of the worlds largest data centers, and embedded in advanced smartphones, tablets and PCs. SanDisks consumer products are available at hundreds of thousands of retail stores worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.sandisk.com.

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